A Spectacular Showcase of Technology, Expertise, and Collaboration
Mumbai witnessed the spectacular opening of Fire India 2025 on September 25th at the Bombay Exhibition Center, marking the beginning of a three-day showcase that redefined the trajectory of fire safety and emergency management in the country. Held from September 25th to 27th, the event brought together an impressive gathering of experts, innovators, and leaders from across the fire safety ecosystem—each united in their mission to build a safer, more resilient India.
The grand inaugural ceremony set the tone for the expo, with Dr. Sudhanshu Sarangi, IPS, Director General, Fire & Emergency Service; Commandant General, Home Guards; and Director, Civil Defence, Odisha, gracing the dais as the Chief Guest. In his keynote address, Dr. Sarangi highlighted the challenges and opportunities before the nation’s fire safety sector. Stressing the urgent need for advanced technologies, modern infrastructure, and skilled manpower*, he underlined how the sector must rise to meet the demands of India’s urban and industrial growth with resilience and innovation.
Dignitaries on the Inaugural Dais
Dr. U.S. Chhillar, Director General, IFE (India)
Sh. S.S. Warick, Director, Maharashtra Fire Service
Dr. Narhari Singh Banger, IAS, Advisor, HADC
Mr. Arvind Kumar, Director, CFEES, DRDO, Government of India
Dr. O.P. Singh, IPS (Retd.), Former DG NDRF & Former DGP, Uttar Pradesh; Patron – IFE (India)
Chief Guest: Dr. Sudhanshu Sarangi, IPS
Dr. K.C. Wadhwa, President, IFE (India)
Mr. Rajesh Kumar, Chief HSE, ONGC
Mr. Nitin V. Raiker, Director, Goa Fire & Emergency Services
Mr. G.V. Narayanan Rao, Director, Telangana Fire Services
Sh. Jaideep Gurwara, Managing Director, Services International
The collective presence of these distinguished dignitaries lent immense significance to the inauguration, symbolizing the collaboration of government, institutions, and industry in driving India’s fire safety movement forward.
Following the ceremonial proceedings, the dignitaries toured the exhibition halls, where the future of fire safety came alive through an extraordinary display of innovation. Attendees explored remarkable advancements—from
AI-powered fire detection systems and automated suppression technologies to firefighting drones and intelligent evacuation tools. These innovations reflected not only technological sophistication but also practical solutions tailored for India’s urban and industrial safety requirements.
Over the course of three action-packed days, Fire India 2025 stood out as a vibrant hub of innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange. Technical sessions and panel discussions featured prominent voices from the fire safety, disaster management, and emergency response sectors who shared insights on automation, digital integration, sustainable infrastructure, and future-ready firefighting solutions. The event facilitated powerful connections among professionals, manufacturers, and policymakers all committed to elevating safety standards across India.
As the curtains came down on this remarkable edition, Fire India 2025 reaffirmed its reputation as the nation’s most influential platform for fire safety advancement. The event not only showcased the technological progress of the industry but also emphasized the importance of continuous learning, preparedness, and cross-sector collaboration. The legacy of this year’s edition will continue to inspire innovation, resilience, and excellence—setting new benchmarks for the years to come.